US3731202A
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Crash pad containing a radio shielding element
Assignee: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co
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Filing: 1970-03-30
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Granted: 1973-05-01
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Expires: 1990-03-30
Abstract
Abstract A crash pad which includes a decorative skin covering of a foam member and a reinforcing member adapted to permit a radio to be installed in the dash of a vehicle and a flexible radio frequency shielding member having a ground connection.
Inventors
- 👤 D Meyers
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 08:47
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R11/00; B60R11/02; B60K; B60K35/00; B60K35/50; B60R11/0205; H; H01; H01Q; H01Q17/00; H01Q17/001; B60R2011/0001; B60R2011/0003; B60R2011/0005; B60R2011/0026; B60R2011/0042; B60R2011/0043; B60R2011/0045; B60R2011/0047
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
A molded crash pad apparatus including electrical shielding means for a radio receiver, comprising, a decorative skin covering; a flexible frequency shielding member comprising a conductive material coated on the inside of said decorative skin, said shielding member having a ground connection to allow said shielding member to be grounded; a foam member adhered to said skin covering to form said crash pad; and a reinforcing member in said crash pad to permit installation of a radio in said crash pad, wherein said radio will be electrically shielded by said flexible frequency shielded member in said crash pad.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
A molded crash pad apparatus including electrical shielding means for a radio receiver, comprising, a decorative skin covering; a flexible frequency shielding member comprising a conductive material coated on the inside of said decorative skin, said shielding member having a ground connection to allow said shielding member to be grounded; a foam member adhered to said skin covering to form said crash pad; and a reinforcing member in said crash pad to permit installation of a radio in said crash pad, wherein said radio will be electrically shielded by said flexible frequency shielded member in said crash pad.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The crash pad of claim 1 wherein the shielding member is a metallic film.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The crash pad of claim 1 wherein the shielding member is an organic film having a conducting metal deposited thereon.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-30 | 1976-10-30 | 1977-05-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-30 | 1980-10-30 | 1981-05-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-30 | 1984-10-30 | 1985-05-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |